Associate Design Director - Juniors

Our client, a wholesale apparel manufacturing brand, is seeking an Associate Design Director to join their NYC team!


Responsibilities‍

• Oversee the Juniors design team, with a primary focus on athleisure, fleece, sweat, and lounge categories.
• Partner closely with the Design Director (soon-to-be VP) to develop seasonal concepts, line plans, and trend direction.
• Drive the creative process from concept through final sample, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetic and market relevance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, production, and sales to deliver cohesive and commercially successful assortments.
• Manage and mentor junior designers, fostering an environment of creativity, accountability, and professional growth.
• Review and approve sketches, tech packs, and color/print direction to maintain design consistency and quality standards.
• Attend fittings and provide feedback on garment construction, fabrication, and overall design execution.
• Research and analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging influences to inform future design direction.

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Qualifications‍

• 7+ years of design experience within the Juniors or contemporary market, with a strong background in athleisure, lounge, or fleece.
• Proven ability to lead and develop design teams in a fast-paced, trend-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of merchandising strategy and the ability to design into line plans and price points.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and PLM systems.
• Excellent eye for color, fabric, silhouette, and detail, with the ability to balance creativity and commercial appeal.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; confident working cross-functionally with senior leadership.
• Highly organized with strong follow-through, time management, and multitasking abilities.

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Please submit your resume for consideration.